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Summer is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the activities you love—but increased activity can also lead to strains, sprains, and overuse injuries. Discover how acupuncture may help reduce pain, support recovery, improve mobility, and keep active adults moving throughout the season.

Why Recreational Athletes Are Turning to Acupuncture for Faster Recovery

June 17, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog No Comments

Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic LAc | Forest Park Wellness The Pacific Northwest was practically built for people who love being active. As soon as the weather improves, trails fill with runners, roads fill with cyclists, pickleball courts come alive, and disc golfers, hikers, paddlers, and volleyball players head outdoors to enjoy the season. But every year, [...]

Weather-related symptoms are more common than many people realize. Changes in barometric pressure can influence joint tissues and trigger headaches. High humidity can make heat feel more intense while reducing the body’s ability to cool itself efficiently. Cold weather can tighten muscles, increase stiffness, and affect circulation. Even changes in sunlight exposure can influence sleep patterns, mood, and energy levels.

Finding Balance When the Weather Can’t Make Up Its Mind

June 10, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog, Microneedling No Comments

Changing weather patterns can affect everything from headaches and joint pain to sleep, mood, and energy levels, often leaving people feeling out of balance. Discover how acupuncture and Chinese medicine support the body’s natural ability to adapt, helping you stay resilient through Portland’s unpredictable seasonal transitions.

Restore Peace with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

May 20, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog No Comments

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic, LAc | Forest Park Wellness Many people today are carrying a level of tension that goes beyond the usual pressures of work and family life. Political division, economic uncertainty, rising costs, and the constant stream of troubling news can create a background hum of anxiety that never fully shuts off. Even when [...]

What New Research on the Interstitium Reveals About Acupuncture and Fascia

May 13, 2026 By Dhyana In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog No Comments

May Special: Microneedling for Skin Renewal As spring gives way to sunnier days, many people notice lingering winter skin changes such as dullness, uneven texture, puffiness, and fine lines. Microneedling stimulates collagen production, improves circulation, smooths texture, and helps refresh overall skin tone. Special pricing through May 31: Face Only — $75 off Face & [...]

Starting acupuncture treatments a few weeks before allergy season begins allows the body to regulate ahead of time.

Acupuncture and Cupping: Your best allies for allergy relief

April 24, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Cupping Therapy, Health Blog No Comments

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic LAc | Forest Park Wellness There’s a familiar rhythm to spring in the Pacific Northwest. The days stretch out, everything turns green again—and somewhere in the background, a chorus of sneezes quietly ramps up. For many people, allergy season doesn’t arrive all at once. It builds. A little congestion here, a scratchy [...]

Brain fog doesn’t usually arrive all at once. It tends to creep in quietly—misplaced keys, forgotten names, a moment of walking into a room and losing your train of thought.

Is It Just Brain Fog? How Acupuncture Supports Cognitive Health

April 15, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog, Tuiana No Comments

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic, LAc | Forest Park Wellness Brain fog doesn’t usually arrive all at once. It tends to creep in quietly—misplaced keys, forgotten names, a moment of walking into a room and losing your train of thought. For many people, these small lapses raise a bigger question: Is this just stress… or something more? [...]

travel can be hard on the body. Changes in routine, time zones, diet, and environment can disrupt everything from digestion to sleep to emotional balance. The good news? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture and herbal support, offers a surprisingly effective way to prepare for—and recover from—those disruptions.

Travel Well, Feel Better: How Acupuncture Supports Your Adventures

April 7, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog No Comments

Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic | Forest Park Wellness Summer has a way of calling us outward—toward road trips, flights, unfamiliar foods, and long-awaited getaways. And while the spirit is often ready for the journey, the body doesn’t always cooperate. At Forest Park Wellness, Dennis “Kaz” Kasunic regularly works with patients who are excited to travel… but [...]

The Ancient Wisdom of Tuina

April 7, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In Health Blog, Tuiana No Comments

Exploring the World of Asian Bodywork Tuina, a form of Asian bodywork that encompasses a rich tapestry of techniques and principles rooted in Chinese medicine and culture is a therapeutic practice, which offers a unique approach to wellness that goes beyond the confines of conventional Western medicine. A Historical Perspective Tuina, pronounced "twee-nah," literally means [...]

Seasonal transitions can be powerful opportunities to reset the body’s internal balance. When addressed early, many symptoms resolve quickly and don’t develop into long-term problems.

From Winter Fatigue to Spring Energy: How Acupuncture Helps the Body Reset

March 11, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Health Blog, Microneedling No Comments

Why Your Body Might Be Asking for Acupuncture Right Now Dennis ‘Kaz’ Kasunic | Forest Park Wellness As March unfolds in the Pacific Northwest, the days are finally stretching out again. By the end of the month, we gain nearly an hour and a half of additional daylight. People start getting outside more, exercising again, and [...]

Now is the Perfect Time for Microneedling and Whole-Body Care

February 18, 2026 By Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic In acupuncture, Acupuncture Treatment for Auto Accident, Cupping Therapy, Health Blog, Microneedling No Comments

February Special — 50% Off Add-Ons Through 2/29 LED Light Therapy, Inversion Table sessions, and the Hot Stone add-on are included. If you’ve been curious about enhancing your treatment with additional support for skin, spine, circulation, or muscle tension, this is a great time to try it. Add-ons must be scheduled in advance and are available [...]